Common Things Explained (1856) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436810869)

Common Things Explained is a book written by Dionysius Lardner and published in 1856. The book contains a collection of explanations and descriptions of everyday objects and phenomena, ranging from the workings of steam engines to the chemical composition of common household items. The author presents the information in a clear and concise manner, using simple language and illustrations to help readers understand complex concepts. The book is intended for a general audience and is designed to provide readers with a better understanding of the world around them. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in science, technology, and the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Dionysius Lardner
ISBN-10: 1436810868
ISBN-13: 9781436810869
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d